Senior Civil Specialist - Distribution Modernization (Ft Worth)

Burns & McDonnell; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Fort Worth is seeking a Senior Civil Specialist to lead civil design teams on diverse projects including power, healthcare, and industrial facilities. Candidates should possess a Bachelor Degree in Engineering Technology and at least 7 years of relevant experience, ideally in consulting. Strong expertise in civil design and advanced software skills are essential. This is a full-time position with a focus on compliance, quality assurance, and mentorship of junior staff.

Qualifications

• 7 years of civil engineering experience, preferably in consulting.
• Strong computer skills, including advanced civil analysis programs.
• Demonstrated critical thinking skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee civil design of projects from conceptual phase to completion.
• Modify and review production drawings for various facilities.
• Lead cost proposal development and project budget presentations.

Skills

Standard engineering techniques and procedures

Communication skills

Analytical problem-solving

Attention to detail

Team building and collaboration

Education

Bachelor Degree in Engineering Technology or related degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Description

The Senior Civil Specialist will work on civil design teams to create world class designs for new projects, alterations and redevelopments on a variety of projects including power, process, corporate, healthcare, pipeline airports, institutional, industrial, manufacturing, government and military facilities. The Senior Civil Specialist will work with the project team throughout the design and construction process, adapting civil plans according to budget constraints, design factors or client needs.

• Oversee civil design of projects from the conceptual phase through design completion under the direction of a licensed professional engineer.
• Modify and review production drawings for a variety of projects including, but not limited to: power plants, process facilities, industrial facilities, healthcare facilities, airports, educational institutions, commercial, and governmental and military facilities.
• Design civil components for project needs and requirements that are set forth by the project managers.
• Applies advanced knowledge of commonly used civil engineering/design concepts, principles, practices, codes, and procedures within the civil engineering services industry.
• Research and compile project related data as required by the project managers.
• Update drawings provided by senior engineers to verify corrections are made within multiple CAD related software.
• Compiles information for client presentations, shop drawing review, and contract administration for the design of power, process, pipeline, industrial, healthcare, airports, educational institutions, commercial, and governmental and military facilities.
• Oversee field inspections, measurements or calculations for public and private clients.
• Participate in sales and marketing efforts and identify key pursuits.
• Lead the development of cost proposals and qualification statements to achieve stated targets and standards for financial performance.
• Prepare and present project budgets and cost estimates. Report project performance.
• Provide leadership, guidance and instruction to the civil engineering practice. Mentor and guide less experienced engineers.
• Provide performance feedback to managers about staff performance. Participate in recruitment and development of staff.
• Responsible for QA/QC process adherence.
• Responsible for effective communication with other engineering disciplines.
• Responsible for compliance with company and site safety policies.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in Engineering Technology or related degree from an accredited program. and 7 years of civil engineering experience, consulting preferred. Required
• Strong knowledge in standard engineering techniques and procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem‑solving environment and demonstrated critical thinking skills.
• Advanced knowledge in standard engineering techniques and procedures. Strong computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite).
• Advanced computer skills (e.g. AutoCAD, Micro, BIMRevit), Civil 3D, PLS, PLS‑CADD, RISA‑3D, MathCADD), and/or hydraulic, hydrologic, pavement, civil analysis programs.
• Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization and problem‑solving skills.

EEO/Disabled/Veterans

Primary Location: US-TX-Fort Worth

Schedule: Full-time